PhantasyStar Universe is the first single-player Phantasy Star game to arrivein more than a decade. The Phantasy Star franchise started as a seriesof turn-based RPGs (Phantasy Star? I-IV, 1988-1994), evolved into anonline multiplayer action-adventure (Phantasy Star? Online EpisodeI-IV, 2000-2005), and now hits its stride as the best of both, a singleplayer action-RPG with a multiplayer online component.

Thisrobust action-RPG offers more than 40 hours of single-player gameplay,an emotionally engaging story, traditional cut scenes, and strongcharacter development. The title?s hero is Ethan Waber, a 17-year oldcadet intent on saving his sister, who is living on a planet undersiege by mysterious life forms called THE SEED. The combodriven actiongameplay in Phantasy Star Universe provides for a fast-paced, engagingexperience, while the game?s rich character customization options andenormous world are sure to satisfy RPG fans seeking depth.

Thefee-based online mode in Phantasy Star Universe continues where theoffline mode?s story leaves off. Players are given the opportunity totravel with a squad of other adventurers, enter urban sprawls teemingwith hundreds of players, and build their avatars into powerfulwarriors.Features

* A full-featured single-player campaign spanning more than 40 hours of gameplay.* Three different planets to explore.* A strong ensemble joins Ethan on his journey; each character has their own unique skill set to bring into battle.* Controllable vehicles make transportation easier and more fun.* More than 20 dungeons in the single-player adventure.* First appearance of Phantasy Star on a PlayStation platform.* A giant game world that will evolve with new content online over the course of several years.